If you’re looking to homeschool your child, whether it’s due to concerns about the kind of education they would get or for personal reasons, such as thoughts about the coronavirus pandemic, it’s important to make sure that they get an all-rounded education. To that end, you have to recognize that you might not have all the answers and that, from time to time, a little help can ensure you give a much more comprehensive experience.

There’s a very good chance that there are parents in your area who have a similar approach to their child’s education that are willing to build or are already part of an online support network. If a little Googling can help you find them, then you should think about the opportunities to link up with them for things like field trips and potential co-op activities that bring both educational and social value. After all, making sure that your child gets to spend time with other kids is just as important as their education.

Of course, it’s not just about the people that you work with. The tools that you use during the homeschooling experience can have a big impact on how it goes, as well. There is more technology to help homeschooling parents than ever before, with a rich library of apps that you can make use of to deliver and grade assignments, put together routines, and organize your time, as well as gain access to education in specialist subjects such as languages. Digital learning also helps your child get to better grips with digital technology, a vital skill in almost any career, nowadays.

Perhaps you want to make sure that you have control over your child’s education but, at the same time, you recognize the value of a traditional school experience. Private tuition is, of course, an option, but it’s an expensive one. The rise of online homeschool programs could provide the answer that you are looking for. These provide remote access to the teachers and faculty you would find at any school, as well as a complete curriculum, but are handled entirely from the home.

As mentioned, it is important to ensure a thriving social life for your children. There is some benefit to having them spend time with them outside of the regular “playtime” as well. The times they spend together in things like summer camps can help them build their socialization skills since, away from their parents, they are encouraged to develop a little more independence and confidence. Look at the opportunities for camps and other long-term social outings that you might consider signing your kid up for.

Homeschooling means that you have total control over your child’s educational experience, but it doesn’t mean that you have to go it completely alone. Take the suggestions above in mind and think if they could help you.